Taipei Travel Guide
Taipei travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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Summary
Taipei is a city in Taiwan. Taipei is known for Taipei 101, night markets and hot springs. It has a population of about 2.6 million.
Right now it is 83°F (28°C) in Taipei with thunderstorm with hail. It feels like 95°F. Today runs from 78°F to 92°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 5.9/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Taipei is January, February, November and December. The climate is temperate. May, July and October tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 93°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 54°F.
The closest major airport is Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE), about 21 mi away.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 92°F is in line with the 93°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Taipei today at 9.1/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Taipei
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Coordinates: 25°1′58.8″N 121°33′55.4″E (25.033, 121.5654)
Weather in Taipei right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 6:41 AM, Aug 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
⛈️ 92° / 78°
Thunderstorm with hail · 100% rain · wind 9 mph
⛈️ 88° / 78°
Thunderstorm · 100% rain · wind 5 mph
Quick facts about Taipei
Best time to visit Taipei
Go in January, February, November and December. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: May, July and October - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 7 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid long hikes after mid-morning; start at dawn or leave it for a cooler day.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid May, July and October - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near Taipei
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport | TPE | 21 mi | Taiwan |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Taipei?
Taipei is a city in Taiwan. Its coordinates are 25.033, 121.5654. It lies in Asia.
What is the weather like in Taipei right now?
It is currently 83°F (28°C) with thunderstorm with hail. Humidity is 86% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Taipei?
January, February, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Taipei, which has a temperate climate. May, July and October are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Taipei in?
Taipei observes Asia/Taipei (UTC+08:00). The local time is 6:41 AM.
How many people live in Taipei?
Taipei has a population of approximately 2.6 million.
What is the nearest airport to Taipei?
The closest airports are Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE), 21 mi away.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 23, 2026 at 6:41 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
